English subtitles are mandatory for all non-English films.
Films previously submitted to VTSFF are not eligible.
Films not submitted before — regardless of age or release history — are welcome.
Maximum Duration: 40 minutes, including credits. Films exceeding this limit will not be considered.
Upload your movie to YouTube (set as Unlisted or Private) and share the YouTube link only – do not send Google Drive or other storage links.
Submission Fee & Policy
A non-refundable submission fee is applicable to all entries.
No refunds under any circumstances, including disqualification, non-selection, or withdrawal.
Fee Structure:
₹450 for Indian entries
$10 for international entries
Content Guidelines
No hate speech or discriminatory content.
Mocking or attacking communities leads to disqualification.
Pornographic or illegal content is rejected outright.
Screening & Rights
You must own all rights, including music, visuals, and third-party materials.
By submitting, you grant VTSFF the right to publicly screen your film during the festival.
Submission does not guarantee selection or screening. The Judging committee’s decision is final.
Selection & Judging
Jury decisions are final and non-negotiable.
No lobbying or influence allowed.
Only selected filmmakers will be notified and invited.
Festival Attendance
Nominees attending the event will receive schedules and access details.
VTSFF reserves the right to change the event date, format, or venue due to unforeseen circumstances.
A nominal entry fee will be charged for all attendees of the film festival.
Promotion & Publicity
Selected filmmakers agree to allow VTSFF to use film stills, posters, and clips for promotional purposes, including social media, press releases, and festival trailers.
Legal & Liability
By submitting, the filmmaker declares that their film is free from any legal disputes or copyright claims.
The filmmaker takes full responsibility for any legal claims arising out of the content submitted.
VTSFF and its organizers are not liable for any breach of copyright, trademark, or third-party rights.
International Submissions - Additional Terms
Open to filmmakers from all countries, subject to the same rules as Indian entries.
International entries will be evaluated separately to ensure fair representation.
Selected films will be notified in advance.
International participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, visa, and expenses.
VTSFF does not offer financial support, grants, or accommodations.
Ensure compliance with any export laws in your country before submitting.
VTSFF is not responsible for customs or import/export issues related to international submissions.
Disclaimer
The Videotape Short Film Festival (VTSFF) reserves the right to modify, remove, or add rules at any time to ensure the integrity and smooth functioning of the festival.